On Sunday, the town of Fairhaven tweeted saying, “word is circulating online about a possible EEE case” in their community and that it would keep residents updated as it learns more.

Word is circulating online about a possible EEE case in #FairhavenMA. We have not received official word from the State confirming this, but we will be sure to keep you updated as we hear more.Contact the Health Department with questions: 508-979-4023 ext. 125#FollowFairhaven

At the time, Mary Freire-Kellogg with the Fairhaven Board of Health said the department was contacted by a local family who said their loved one was diagnosed with EEE. She said the state health department has yet to confirm the case.